Tag: smoking cessation

Study identifies the cells behind nicotine aversion in the mouse brain

From the University of Toronto press release: If you have ever smoked, or know someone who has – they might tell you that smoking a cigarette probably felt disgusting at… Read more »

Study suggests graphic anti-smoking posters may actually backfire

From the RAND Corporation press release: Exposing teens to graphic anti-smoking posters may actually increase the risk that some start smoking, according to a new RAND Corporation study. Conducted in… Read more »

Study suggests e-cigarettes more likely to be used by alcohol drinkers and former cigarette smokers

From the American Heart Association press release: Electronic cigarettes are more frequently used by people who recently quit smoking and alcohol drinkers, according to preliminary research presented at the American… Read more »

Study looks at how gut and gender may affect ease of quitting smoking

From the American Chemical Society: Many people who smoke or chew tobacco can’t seem to escape nicotine’s addictive properties. Studies show that women in particular seem to have a harder… Read more »

Study suggests effectiveness of online social networks designed to help smokers quit

From the University of Iowa press release: Online social networks designed to help smokers kick the tobacco habit are effective, especially if users are active participants, according to a new… Read more »

Managing negative emotions can help pregnant smokers quit

From the University at Buffalo press release: A new study by scientists in the University at Buffalo’s Research Institute on Addictions has shown that pregnant smokers are more likely to quit… Read more »